Obituary of Meo Emilia Teresia Herbert

(nee Galkowski) February 29, 1948-February 19, 2017 Passed away peacefully Sunday, February 19, 2017, at the age of 68 with her loving children and family by her side at Hospice Renfrew. Emilia was the daughter of the late Ludwik and Maria (Szczerbak) Galkowski. She was the much loved mother of Scott Kilbride (Nadine) of Montreal, Teena Kilbride and Tammy Kilbride, both of Arnprior.  She will be forever remembered by her grandchildren; Jessica, Alex, Samantha, Victoria, Justin, and Curtis.  She was very proud to have recently welcomed her new grandbaby Luke.  She was the dear sister of Pauline Zileff (Adam) of Newmarket, Edward (Robin) of Woodstock, Walter of Alberta, and Bron, Andre and Antoni, all of Arnprior.  She was predeceased by her brother Jan. She loved her family and friends dearly and was known for her courageous heart and fiery spirit. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street N., Arnprior.  Friends are invited to join Meo’s family during visitation Thursday February 23, 2017 from 6 until 8 p.m. with a Twilight Service commencing at 8:00 p.m.  in the Boyce Chapel.  Cremation to follow with spring interment at Arnprior Malloch Road Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Hospice Renfrew and would be deeply appreciated by her family, considering the excellent care, compassion and peace that was granted to her from the staff, volunteers and wildlife that surrounded her there.